Honda recalls over 300,000 Odyssey vehicles for faulty backup cameras.
Water can get into a crack, causing corrosion.
The affected camera will be replaced with a new one.

Honda has announced a recall affecting more than 300,000 Odyssey minivans following a review by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Models from 2018 through 2020 could experience issues with their rearview cameras not showing an image in reverse gear. The problem stems from water intrusion that damages the camera's circuit board.

The NHTSA reports that 325,588 vehicles are part of this action. Dealers will install a replacement rearview camera free of charge to meet safety standards for rear visibility.

Owners will receive notification letters beginning August 24, 2026. For questions, reach Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. This recall, numbered 20V438, builds upon an earlier one covering 212,068 vehicles from 2019 and 2020.

This expansion adds 113,520 units from the 2018 model year. Similar camera concerns appeared in the Prologue and Acura ZDX, though those were produced by General Motors.

Two main issues contributed to the recall according to the safety report:

The rearview camera housing boss hole specification was not sufficient for the mounting screw.
Variations in housing position on the assembly jig can lead to misalignment of the mounting screw.

Misalignment often resulted in cracks that worsened with cold temperatures, allowing water entry and subsequent corrosion.

Honda plans to swap the original Magna cameras for improved Sony versions that prevent mounting problems and water issues.

Motor1's Take: There have been 1,648 warranty claims related to this problem, but no injuries or fatalities reported. Honda not only developed a solution but also broadened the recall to cover an extra model year after identifying more affected vehicles.